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Major Duties

Under general supervision, the Senior Athletic Academic Advisor will advise student-athletes, coordinate academic support, assess NCAA eligibility, lead programs within the Matador Achievement Center, and collaborate extensively with coaches and academic staff, enhancing student-athletes' academic journeys toward successful graduation.

• Advise multiple teams, both incoming and continuing student-athletes, on course selection, graduation planning, referrals to campus resources, knowledge of campus policies, academic progress checking, etc.
• Provide individual Academic Specialist meetings, referrals to MAC & campus resources, run weekly appointment reports, and communicate frequently with Coaches, student-athlete follow-up, and check-ins.
• Monitoring and reviewing NCAA academic eligibility for assigned teams: Continuing eligibility evaluations, recruiting meetings, eligibility/APR projections, working knowledge of NCAA academic eligibility rules, transfer evaluations, etc.
• Coordinate a program within the Matador Achievement Center.
• Collaborate with faculty, staff, coaches, and athletic administration.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

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Qualifications

• Equivalent to graduation from a four-year college or university in a related field. Upper division or graduate course work in counseling techniques, interviewing, and conflict resolution, where such are job-related, is preferred.
• Equivalent of three years of progressively responsible professional student services work experience.
• A Master’s degree in Counseling, Clinical Psychology, Social Work, or a directly related field may be substituted for one year of experience.
• Additional specialized and relevant experience may be substituted for the required education on a year-for-year basis.   
• Experience working with intercollegiate student-athletes is preferred; knowledge of Division 1 NCAA Rules and Regulations and knowledge of athletic academic advising best practices is desired.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• In-depth knowledge of NCAA Division I academic eligibility rules and regulations.
• Strong organizational and record-keeping abilities.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Experience in academic advising, particularly for student-athletes.
• Ability to coordinate and manage academic support programs.
• Flexibility to occasionally work evenings, weekends, and travel with athletic teams.

Pay, Benefits, & Work Schedule

• The university offers an excellent benefits package, including but not limited to: medical, dental, vision, retirement & savings, tuition waiver, and more.
• Classification: Student Services Professional III / 3084 / 1
• The anticipated HIRING RANGE: $5540 - $5650 per month, dependent upon qualifications and experience. The salary range for this classification is: $5540 - $7893 per month.
• HOURS: Full Time; 40 hours per week; Monday through Friday; may include evenings, weekends, holidays, and travel. On occasion, this position will conduct, attend, or participate in meetings, conferences, and provide support that takes place outdoors and off campus that includes out-of-state travel.    
• This is a Regular position with a one-year probationary period. 
• The position is currently hybrid (4 days in office, 1 day remote); however, this is subject to change based on student and/or operational needs.

General Information

• Applications received through May 29, 2025,  will be considered in the initial review, and review of applications will continue until position is filled.
• This position is sensitive as designated by the CSU.
• A background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the application status of applicants or the continued employment of current CSU employees who apply for the position.
• The person holding this position may be considered a 'mandated reporter' under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements outlined in CSU Executive Order 1083 as a condition of employment.
• Per the California State University (CSU) Out-of-State Employment Policy, the CSU is a state entity whose business operations reside within the State of California and prohibits hiring employees to perform CSU-related work outside of California.
• Candidates should apply by completing the CSUN online application. To apply and for more detailed information on the application and hiring process, please visit this link: www.csun.edu/careers
• The CSU recommends that faculty, staff, and students who are accessing campus facilities at any university location be immunized against SARS-CoV-2, the virus that causes COVID-19, and that all individuals who access any in-person program or activity (on- or off-campus) operated or controlled by the University follow COVID-19 vaccine recommendations adopted by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the California Department of Public Health (CDPH) applicable to their age, medical condition, and other relevant indications and comply with other safety measures established by each campus.

Equal Employment Opportunity

CSUN is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination based on Age, Disability (physical or mental), Gender, Gender Identity (including Nonbinary or Transgender), Gender Expression, Genetic Information, Marital Status, Medical Condition, Nationality, Pregnancy or related conditions, Race or Ethnicity (including color, caste, or ancestry), Religion or Religious Creed, Sex (including Sex Stereotyping or Sex Characteristics), Sexual Orientation, and Veteran or Military Status. Our nondiscrimination policy is outlined in the Interim CSU Nondiscrimination Policy. Reasonable accommodations will be provided for applicants with disabilities who self-disclose by contacting Recruitment Services at 818-677-2101.